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Remarks by Paschal Donohoe following the Eurogroup meeting of 25 February 2022

· Paschal Donohoe, President of the Eurogroup (Euro area (EU))

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· Paschal Donohoe Wiki · Eurogroup WikiRemarks by Paschal Donohoe following the Eurogroup meeting of 25 February 2022

ContextPress remarks in Paris after an informal meeting of euro area finance ministers, the day after Russia invaded Ukraine; the Eurogroup coordinates economic policies for the single currency.

Why it mattersMinisters review fiscal plans the day after the invasion.

Problems raised
  1. Russia's invasion creates a major challenge.
  2. Economies need support.
  3. Budget strategies may need revisiting.
Solutions proposed
  1. Keep a moderately supportive fiscal stance.
  2. Coordinate budgetary policies.
  3. Review strategies to support citizens.
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